KAUL Programs and Projects

The initiatives that make an impact every day for individuals and families in our community.

EDUCATION

These programs are designed to address the needs of today’s urban youth and provide them opportunities to obtain success in their personal and professional lives through educational core programs from infancy to young adulthood.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

The entrepreneurship programs serve current and aspiring business owners to obtain foundational knowledge and skills in entrepreneurship through the assistance of business consultants, subject matter experts, and community partners.

HOUSING

The Housing programs offer resources to all individuals, particularly underserved members of the community, towards homeownership and financial empowerment.

JOBS

Created with the purpose of ensuring our community obtains economic stability through a variety of measures and eliminate barriers towards securing and maintaining employment.

KNOXVILLE MULTI-USE STADIUM PROJECT

The Knoxville Area Urban League has partnered with GEM Community Development Group to recruit disadvantaged businesses to participate in all aspects of the project. Our emphasis is on Black-owned businesses and the engagement of East Knoxville residents. This proposed project will be transformational for a community in need of permanent jobs that pay a livable wage and for ownership and growth of Black businesses.

EAST TENNESSEE COLLABORATIVE

ETC puts families in charge of creating a path to economic independence.